Smart Node v1.15.1 & v1.15.2 Updates Released
Smart Node v1.15.1 & v1.15.2 Updates Released
🚨 Geth Users Need This
Two important Smart Node updates have been released:
- v1.15.1: Critical update for all users, particularly urgent for Geth users
- v1.15.2: Contains specific fixes for Prysm users
These releases follow December's v1.15.0 update which brought multiple bug fixes and feature improvements.
Important: Node operators should review full changelog at GitHub releases page before updating.
→ Update your nodes as soon as possible after reviewing changes.
ICYMI, two Smart Node versions were published recently: 🚨v.1.15.1: important updates for all users (urgent for Geth) 📌v1.15.2: a small fix for Prysm users ⚠️Please review the changes on Discord & GitHub before updating: github.com/rocket-pool/sm…
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